Porsche Cayenne Platinum Edition, better price-to-equipment ratio

The Porsche Cayenne is, without a doubt, one of the most popular and sought-after vehicles worldwide. Its balance between practicality and sportiness is unique.

However, the current generation is already starting to show signs of fatigue, and the brand has launched the Platinum Edition, which improves the price-to-equipment ratio.

The current generation of the Cayenne dates from 2010, when it was completely redesigned compared to the original Cayenne, launched in 2002 and slightly updated in 2006. The history of the German brand’s SUV is written in gold, as its success has been immediate and constant from day one.

The next generation of the Cayenne is expected at the end of next year, so the current one is entering its final stretch. Currently, its design, although still holding up well, is beginning to show the passage of time due to updates from its rivals, which have gradually left it behind.

Although sales remain at a good level, from Porsche they have decided to launch a special edition called Platinum Edition, which improves the level of equipment while keeping a more tightly judged price compared to an equivalent model with the same equipment. This way, it manages to attract potential buyers of this vehicle more effectively.

The Cayenne Platinum Edition enjoys a more advantageous price-to-equipment ratio

The Platinum Edition is distinguished from a standard Cayenne by its piano black exterior trim package, to which are added the 20″ RS-Spyder wheels. Inside, the changes focus on increased equipment, since we find, without needing to consult the options list, elements that we would otherwise have to pay for separately.

This edition includes, at no additional cost, electrochromic mirrors, the ParkAssist parking assistance system, variable power steering, bi-xenon headlights with PDLS intelligent lighting and tinted rear windows. The sport front seats with electric adjustment upholstered in leather-Alcantara and the Bose sound system also stand out. Every time we open the car door, we will be reminded that we are getting into a Platinum Edition thanks to the door sills with engraved aluminium strips.

Mechanically, the Cayenne Platinum Edition is available in combination with the 3.0 diesel engine producing 238 CV – the best-selling engine in the range – as well as with the plug-in hybrid version – Cayenne S E-Hybrid. The first has a starting price of 74,352€, while the hybrid variant, more complex and powerful, starts at 90,300€.